Nissan Pathfinder Engine Specifications
The 2026 Nissan Pathfinder is offered with 2.5L–3.5L engines in 6 and 4-cylinder form, per EPA fuel-economy records.
Latest model year (2026):
The Nissan Pathfinder is available with 6 3.5L and Automatic (S9) (4-Wheel Drive).
Nissan Pathfinder Engine Specs — All Years
| Year | Trim | Cylinders | Displ. | Transmission | Drive | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2026 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2026 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2026 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2025 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2025 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2025 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2025 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2024 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2024 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2024 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2024 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2023 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2023 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2023 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2023 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2022 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2022 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2022 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2020 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2019 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2018 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2018 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2018 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2017 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2017 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2017 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2016 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 4 | 2.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
| 2015 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 6 cyl, 3.5 L | 6 | 3.5L | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Nissan Pathfinder Engine Specs FAQ
What engine does the Nissan Pathfinder have?
The Nissan Pathfinder is available with 6 cylinder engines ranging up to 3.5L. Transmission and drivetrain options vary by trim. See the full table above.
Is the Nissan Pathfinder available with all-wheel drive?
Check the drive column in the table above to see available drivetrain configurations.